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East London, London

Living Statues for Hire in Barking

Floral, frozen, gilded and masked statues that hold perfectly still, then surprise your guests with a wink, a pose or a glass of fizz. Booked across Barking and East London, including East Ham and Ilford.

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Living Statues in Barking at a glance

Booking living statues in Barking

WowActs books living statues in Barking, East London, 10 miles east of central London, covering the DA6, DA7, SE2, DA18, IG11 and SE28 postcode districts. There are 12 event venues on our list within 10 miles, the largest being Intercontinental O2 for up to 2200 guests.

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County
East London
Postcodes
DA6, DA7, SE2, DA18, IG11, SE28
Location
10 miles east of central London
Venues on our list nearby
12
Largest nearby venue
Intercontinental O2, up to 2200 guests

Booking living statues for a Barking event

Our venue list around Barking includes 8 hotels and 4 event venues, with Intercontinental O2 the biggest at up to 2200 guests. That range matters when you book living statues: a ballroom, a marquee and a private dining room each need a different set-up.

Barking is 10 miles east of central London, and we book living statues into every part of London, from Erith and Bexley outwards.

A tip for Barking bookings: holding still is hard work. Statues perform in sets, which we plan around your timings.

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How it works

Booking is easy

  1. 1

    Tell us about your event

    Your date, venue, guest numbers and the feeling you want. A theme in mind, or just a blank canvas. It takes a minute.

  2. 2

    Get your line-up and quote

    We suggest the acts that fit your space, timings and budget, and send one clear quote with everything included.

  3. 3

    We bring the wow

    We plan arrival, set-up and timings with your venue and event team, then the performers do what they do best.

The guide

Booking living statues in Barking: the complete guide

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Written by The WowActs team, Event entertainment specialists

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The short answer

WowActs books living statues in Barking, East London, 10 miles east of central London, covering the DA6, DA7, SE2, DA18, IG11 and SE28 postcode districts. There are 12 event venues on our list within 10 miles, the largest being Intercontinental O2 for up to 2200 guests. Every event is different. Prices depend on the acts, the number of performers, timings, travel and location, so we quote each booking individually.

  • Hand-picked

    professional performers only

  • Fully themed

    costumes styled to your event

  • East London

    every postcode covered

  • Corporate ready

    briefed to your run of show

  • Single act or package

    mix and match freely

  • One clear quote

    usually the same day

What is a living statue?

A living statue is a performer in full costume and body paint who holds perfectly still, like a sculpture, then moves at just the right moment to surprise guests. Done well, people walk past assuming it is part of the decor.

Styles include floral statues, frozen ice queens, gilded classical figures and masked Venetian looks. They work on plinths at an entrance, along a garden path, beside a bar or on an exhibition stand, and some can hold a tray of drinks or favours.

Where it works best

  • Exhibition stands

    Stops people in a busy hall and starts conversations.

  • Drinks receptions

    Something to discover while photos and speeches happen.

  • Winter events

    Frozen statues and ice queens for a winter wonderland.

  • Entrances and arrivals

    A statue at the door is the first photo every guest takes.

  • Masquerade balls

    Masked statues for old-world glamour.

  • Weddings

    Floral statues matched to your flowers.

Tips from our team

  1. 1

    Think about lighting

    A little uplighting on a statue makes the costume and the reveal far more dramatic.

  2. 2

    Place them where people walk

    Statues work best on a route guests pass along, not tucked in a corner.

  3. 3

    Plan sets and breaks

    Holding still is hard work. Statues perform in sets, which we plan around your timings.

Frequently asked questions

Which venues near Barking can host a large event?

On our list, Intercontinental O2 (up to 2200 guests), The City Pavilion (up to 1200 guests) and Guoman Tower Hotel (up to 450 guests) can take 400 or more guests. Tell us your venue and numbers and we will plan living statues around the space.

Do venues around Barking have rules for performers?

Many hotels and country houses have rules on ceiling rigging, fire, access times and changing space. Tell us your venue when you enquire and we will check everything before we confirm.

How much do living statues cost in Barking?

There is no fixed price. Every event is different. Prices depend on the acts, the number of performers, timings, travel and location, so we quote each booking individually. Travel is part of the quote, and Barking is 10 miles east of central London. Send us your date and venue for free, no-obligation options.

Which postcodes around Barking do you cover?

All of DA6, DA7, SE2, DA18, IG11 and SE28, including Erith and Bexley, plus the rest of East London and nearby East Ham, Ilford, Dagenham and Hornchurch.

How long can a living statue stay still?

Professional statues work in sets with short breaks. We plan the sets so there is always something happening when guests are around.

Can living statues serve drinks?

Some can hold a tray of champagne, canapés or favours. Tell us what you have in mind.

How far ahead should we book?

As early as you can. Friday and Saturday dates in December and the summer months go first, often months ahead. Short notice is sometimes possible, so it is always worth asking.

Can the performers match our theme or brand colours?

Usually, yes. Tell us your theme, colours or brand guidelines and we will suggest the costumes and acts that fit best.

Do you work with our venue and event team?

Yes. We agree access, changing space, timings and any venue rules before the day, and work to your run of show.

Still have questions?

Tell us about your event and we'll come back with options.

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Local to Barking

Living Statues across Barking and nearby

Postcodes we cover

  • DA6
  • DA7
  • SE2
  • DA18
  • IG11
  • SE28

We book living statues in Barking and every address in the DA6, DA7, SE2, DA18, IG11 and SE28 postcode districts, including Erith and Bexley. We also travel across East London and the rest of London.

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Venues near Barking

12 venues on our list are in or near Barking, mostly hotels and event venues. Tell us your venue when you enquire and we will check access, ceiling height, timings and any rules for performers before we confirm.

  • Prince Regent Hotel Woodford

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  • Intercontinental O2

    Hotel up to 2200SE10 0TW

    Riverview Suite, Peninsula Ballroom, Arora East, Arora West, Full Arora Suite

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  • The City Pavilion

    Event Venue up to 1200RM5 2BH

    Ballroom, Manhattan Suite

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  • London Marriott Hotel Canary Wharf

    Hotel

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  • CCT Venues Bank Street

    Event Venue

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  • Hilton London Canary Wharf

    Hotel up to 270E14 9SH

    Ballroom

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  • Cutty Sark

    Event Venue up to 300SE10 9HT

    Whole Ship

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  • Queen’s House

    Event Venue up to 120SE10 9NF

    Great Hall

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  • Hilton London Docklands Riverside

    Hotel up to 220SE16 5HW

    Ballroom

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  • Guoman Tower Hotel

    Hotel up to 450E1W 1LD

    Tower Suite

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  • Bexleyheath Marriott Hotel

    Hotel

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  • Hilton Tower Bridge

    Hotel up to 270SE1 2BY

    Ballroom

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